Victorian Turquoise & Diamond Crescent Brooch skull wearing a magnificent helmet adorned

wearing a magnificent helmet adorned with a griffin (the legendary beast with the head and wings of an eagle

With stud omega backs

copper and auburn in colour

presumably the first owner's parents

Victorian Turquoise & Diamond Crescent Brooch skull wearing a magnificent helmet adornedDATE: Victorian, c. 1890 A gorgeous antique crescent brooch, set with nine graduated turquoise cabochons and rose cut diamonds. It's crafted in 9k gold throughout and dates from the late Victorian period, circa 1890. STONES Turquoise Rose Cut Diamonds MEASUREMENTS 1. 1 x 51cm WEIGHT 3. 7g MARKS No marks present, tests as 9k gold CONDITION Very good, with gorgeous antique patina